TEMPORARY Resident Programs Aide Certified

Extendicare; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider for seniors is seeking a part-time Resident Programs Aide in Oshawa. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and implementing activation programs for residents, monitoring their well-being, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate holds a recognized diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services or Gerontology and has experience with geriatric care, particularly with cognitively impaired individuals. Join our dedicated team to make a real impact in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Continuous mentorship support

Opportunities for advancement

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Qualifications

• Proof of successful completion of an approved Recreation and Leisure Services / Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in program planning and care planning for geriatric population, especially those cognitively impaired.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, evaluate, develop and revise activation programs based on assessed needs.
• Monitor behavior and condition of residents during programs and report significant changes.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Dietary Aide Experience

Meal Preparation

Sanitation

Education

Approved Recreation and Leisure Services / Gerontology Diploma or Degree

Job description

Resident Programs Aide Extendicare

At Extendicare we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our recreation team you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff.

This position is for our Extendicare Oshawa located at 82 Park Road North.

What youll be doing :

• Plan implement evaluate develop and revise both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs.
• Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.

What you bring :

• Proof of successful completion of an approved Recreation and Leisure Services / Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one / group program planning care planning resident assessments implementation and evaluation for geriatric population especially those cognitively impaired.

What youll get :

• Continuous mentorship support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centers as well as our home health care operations we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type :

Part time (67.5 Hours)

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare youre joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Key Skills

• Culinary Experience
• Restaurant Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Food Service
• Kitchen Experience
• Dietary Aide Experience
• Serving Experience
• Cooking
• Dietary Department Experience
• Sanitation
• Food Production Experience
• Meal Preparation

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1